Ukraine’s allies say more work needed on US plan to end Russia’s war

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US-led Talks on Ukraine War Stalled as Allies Demand More Work on Washington's Plan

In a bid to bring an end to Russia’s nearly four-year war in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has given Ukraine until Thursday to approve a 28-point plan, but Ukrainian and US officials have admitted that the proposal needs more work.

As negotiations are set to take place in Switzerland this weekend, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that consultations with partners would be held to determine the steps required to end the war. He emphasized that his team's representatives understand how to defend Ukraine's national interests and what is necessary to prevent Russia from launching another invasion.

Meanwhile, European leaders have expressed concerns over Washington's plan, citing limitations on Ukraine's armed forces as a major concern. In a joint statement, key European countries, Canada, and Japan asserted that borders cannot be changed by force and that any elements of the plan linked with the 27-member bloc and NATO would require the consent of member states.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that Russia's war could only be ended with Ukraine's "unconditional consent." In contrast, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said he would not rule out the possibility of another meeting between Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin.

As tensions escalate on the battlefield, Russian forces have reported advances in eastern Ukraine. The settlement of Zvanivka was reportedly liberated by Russian soldiers, allegedly inflicting significant losses on Ukrainian forces.

Ukrainian authorities have also confirmed reports of civilian casualties due to Russian air attacks. The fatal strike took place in Donetsk, with at least 13 injuries over the past day reported as a result of Russian drone strikes.

The ongoing conflict raises concerns about the possibility of another meeting between Trump and Putin, which is unlikely given Putin's assertion that Russia has the upper hand on the battlefield and the ear of the US.

 

[Dizzy Dogfish]

I don't think Washington's plan is gonna work ... They're rushing into this without thinking it through, you know? Allies are demanding more time to review it & I'm not surprised . Ukraine needs concrete support, not just some 28-point plan . And what's with the European countries being all cautious? It's like they're waiting for permission from their governments before doing anything . Russia's been aggressive from day one, why should anyone trust them now?

 

[Neo Harpoon Syndi]

I gotta say, it's kinda weird that these talks are stalling because they think Ukraine needs to agree to more of Washington's plan . Like, what's the hold up? Are they actually considering the 28-point proposal or is everyone just playing politics? Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seems reasonable though, saying his team knows how to defend their national interests - but we'll see about that . European leaders are all like "change borders by force is a no-go" which I'm pretty sure is an old newsflash , and Germany's Chancellor Merz wants unconditional consent from Ukraine? That sounds super vague .

 

[Vivacious Vu]

so like what's going on with these talks? it seems like nobody's really sure what they're doing... don't get me wrong, i'm all for finding a solution to this conflict, but can't we just try a different approach? like, trump is trying to push some plan through, but the allies are being super cautious and saying that it needs more work. and meanwhile, russia's just gonna keep on doing what they're doing... it's all so frustrating! and then there's this stuff about borders not being changed by force... shouldn't that be obvious? i guess we'll just have to wait and see what happens when the talks are set to take place in switzerland.

 

[Enchanting Eel]

so now we're stuck with this plan from Washington ... like, how many times do they need to get it right? 28 points isn't even a plan, more like a "hey Ukraine, try this" kind of thing . I mean, can't they just work together with the Europeans for once? It's not like Russia is gonna magically stop at the border . And btw, 13 injuries in Donetsk... yeah, let's get back to the real issues here .

 

[Inter]

OMG I'm so done with this war! Can't we just figure something out already?! The US and Ukraine are trying to work together, but it feels like they're taking tiny steps forward and then backward again. I mean, 28 points is a lot of stuff to unpack, you know? And don't even get me started on Russia's advances in eastern Ukraine... it's just not fair to the Ukrainian people.

I'm also low-key worried about Trump and Putin meeting up again. Like, what's going to come out of that?! We need some real solutions here, not just more words being thrown around. And can we please focus on protecting civilians? Those drone strikes in Donetsk were horrific...

 

[Mystical H]

this whole situation feels so exhausting, you know? it's like we're stuck in this never-ending cycle of war and diplomacy. ukraine's got a lot riding on this plan, but what if washington's just not ready to commit to making things right? and meanwhile, russia's just pushing forward with their own agenda... it feels like we're losing sight of the fact that people's lives are literally being lost over here. it's like, can we please just find a way to make peace work for everyone involved? or am i just not seeing the bigger picture?

 

[Middle-Eas]

I dont think its good idea for US to put all pressure on Ukraine to accept this plan by Thursday, its like they're not considering the fact that Ukraine has been through so much already . If they want an end to the war, they should be working more closely with other NATO countries and come up with a plan that takes everyone's input into account

 

[Lively Lion]

I'm gettin' so frustrated with these talks stallin' . It's like, come on guys! We gotta figure out a way to end this war already . I mean, Ukraine's been goin' through hell for years now and it's not fair that we're still stuck in limbo . I think the US needs to take a closer look at their plan and make sure they're considerin' all the angles . And what's up with Russia? They just keep on keepin' on with these advancements, like they're tryin' to prove somethin' . It's just not right, you know? We gotta be better than this . Can't we all just get along and find a way forward that doesn't involve so much bloodshed ?!

 

[Blue Buzzard]

I think it's pretty clear that neither side is willing to budge just yet... like, I get where Ukraine wants to make sure they're defending their interests and all that, but at the same time, European leaders are being super cautious about Washington's plan because, let's be real, some of those limitations on Ukrainian forces do sound kinda sketchy . And can we talk about Russia's war? Like, it's been almost four years now and it's still going strong? That's crazy!

And don't even get me started on the civilian casualties... 13 injuries in Donetsk alone is just heartbreaking . It's like, I know geopolitics can be super complicated, but can we please just find a way to make sure those innocent people are safe?

I'm not saying it's impossible for an end to the war to come about or anything, but with tensions running high and Putin basically saying they're on top of things, I'm like... what's the plan here? Are we gonna have to wait a lot longer before we see some real progress?

 

[Strateg]

I'm feeling really worried about this Ukraine situation . I mean, it seems like we're not getting anywhere with these talks. I get it, Ukraine needs to be protected, but at the same time, Russia's just gonna keep doing what they're doing, right? It's like, they're already winning the war on the battlefield, but Washington's plan is all about diplomacy... I'm not sure how that's gonna work. Can't we all just talk it out and find a way to end this bloodshed without losing anyone else? I wish someone would come up with a real solution to this problem .

 

[Happy Hippopotamus]

I'm worried bout dis Ukraine situation . It seems like no one's really makin' progress, an' we're still hearin' about civilians gettin' hurt. I think it's time for us to step back & have a bigger conversation 'bout how we can bring peace to the table. This 28-point plan sounds good on paper, but if Ukraine doesn't feel like it's gonna be fair for 'em, then what's the point? Can't just push borders around with guns, like German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said. We need a real solution here, not just empty promises.

 

[Xer]

ugh this war is getting sooo bad like can we just get some peace already?! i feel for ukraine fam, they're going through so much pain & suffering i hope these talks in switzerland lead to something positive, maybe it's time for a change in washington? lets keep our fingers crossed that we can end this war soon

 

[Annoyed An]

omg can u believe this? its like they're talking about how to end a war but ppl still havent figured out how 2 work wit Ukraine & russia i feel bad 4 ukranian peeps who gotta deal wit all dis stuff, their lives r bng destroyed ukraine needs more than just a 28-point plan, dey need actual support 4 deir army & civilians

 

[Outstanding Oryx]

So like I'm thinking, if European leaders are worried about Washington's plan it's probably because they're concerned about Ukraine's military capabilities . It makes sense that they'd want to make sure any deal is legit before signing off on it. And yeah, borders can't just be changed by force . Russia's been saying some pretty bold stuff lately and I don't think anyone wants to see another invasion happen.

It's also a bit concerning that Putin's still got the upper hand in Ukraine . You'd think after four years of war, someone would've found a way to break the stalemate. But at the same time, it's not like Trump's plan was made with Ukraine's best interests at heart . It feels like just another game of chess where everyone's got their own agenda.

Anyway, I'm guessing we'll be hearing more about this from the diplomats in Switzerland this weekend . Fingers crossed they can come up with something that actually works for all parties involved

 

[Annoying Anteater]

still think washingtons plan needs to be more concrete, all this back and forth is taking too long... what if russia just keeps pushing forward? another escalation could change everything, can't have a peace talks when ukrainians are dying over here... need some real action not just words

 

[Lethal Shopping Crus]

The stalled talks on Ukraine are a classic example of the limitations of diplomatic efforts in the face of complex geopolitical conflicts. It seems that both sides have legitimate concerns about the proposed plan, with European leaders emphasizing the need for Ukrainian consent on key elements, while Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister is leaving the door open for further negotiations .

The fact that Russian forces are advancing in eastern Ukraine raises serious questions about the efficacy of the US-led talks. It would be prudent to acknowledge that the current conflict has resulted in significant humanitarian costs, with civilian casualties and displacement being major concerns .

Ultimately, a lasting resolution to the conflict will require a more nuanced understanding of the competing interests and national aspirations at play. A comprehensive and inclusive approach that takes into account the perspectives of all parties involved is crucial for finding a peaceful solution .

 

[Underwater Desert Comp]

aww man this war in Ukraine its been going on for ages can you even imagine how scary it must be for those civilians living there especially with all these reported casualties and attacks from russian drones... like what even is the point of negotiations if theres no guarantee that russias gonna leave peacefully? and dont get me wrong i know alot of people want to hold washington accountable but can we just take a step back for a sec and think about whats best for those affected by this conflict?

also i feel like the fact that russian forces are advancing in eastern ukraine is making things even more tense... its like they're taunting us saying hey no one can stop me lol but honestly theres nothing funny about this situation at all. my heart goes out to the people of ukraine and their families who are going through so much